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FD03 XEM

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Silver Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2024
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

38,599 mi
Last recorded38,599 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2023
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD03 XEM
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Feb 2023 38,599 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2022 38,522 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2021 37,946 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2019 37,426 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2019 37,426 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Pass 18 Jul 2018 37,143 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2012 8,205 miles

Rear number plate starting to deteriorate

Spare tyre perished

Vehicle showing general signs of surface corrosion

Pass 1 Mar 2010 7,187 miles

frame starting to show sign of corrosion

Pass 12 Sep 2008 7,124 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2006 5,640 miles

How Reliable is the Piaggio Vespa?

Based on 355,016 MOT tests across 47,189 vehicles.

83.8%
Pass Rate
722
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
47,189
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 6,210
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 3,809
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 2,327
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 2,314
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 2,123
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FD03 XEM is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Silver with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2003 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 11,164 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Piaggio Vespa fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 6,210 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FD03 XEM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Piaggio Vespa typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 23 years old, this Piaggio Vespa is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FD03 XEM registered?

FD03 XEM is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 1 July 2003.

Is FD03 XEM safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD03 XEM shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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